By tightttavellers, May 2026
Now then, British folk like a good ol’ winge but when we say Japan’s most boring city, this comes from a survey done in Japan – not us.
We spent 7 days in Nagoya Japan; seems like a lot, but we were there for the Japanese Grand Prix which took up 4 days. We spent the rest of the time mooching about Nagoya. Usually classed as a “pass through” city from Tokyo to Osaka, but we think it was worth the stop.
Places to stay in Nagoya
Here’s how we would spend the perfect budget day here!
Start by grabbing yoursen a quick 7-Eleven breakfast and walk up to Nagoya Castle. It’s ¥500 pp to enter, and it worth the 2 quid. Explore the surrounding gardens, and if you’re there in the popular cherry blossom season make sure to check out the Spring Festival.
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The Spring Festival brings street food and stalls into Nagoya Castle Garden, as well as nighttime illuminations. There are roughly 1000 cherry blossom trees so this is one of the perfect locations to view them! Dates: 20/03/2026 – 05/04/2026. This is a similar time every year, check the official website for the exact dates.
Make sure to bring your stamp book to collect the free souvenir stamps!
Next, walk to Hisaya Ōdōri Park. Check out the Electric Power Tower (free if you admire from the ground) and then head to Oasis 21 for free views!
Grab a quick light lunch at Osu Shotengai Shopping Street and then check out Nagoya City Science Museum and Planetarium for ¥800.
For tea, visit Solo Pizza Napoletana for authentic but budget friendly pizza. We visited multiple times, and it was hands down the best pizza we had while in Japan!
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